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SHENZHEN, China, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading retail coffee chain Luckin Coffee ("Luckin" or "the brand", OTC:LKNCY) announced the official inauguration of its 30,000th store, the first Origin Flagship, in Shenzhen. Tied to the core theme of Global Origins, this landmark opening signifies a strategic evolution for the brand: while solidifying its industry-leading scale, Luckin is elevating its focus on professionalism and quality, global supply chain integration and sustainable development to an all-new level. The 30,000-store milestone underscores Luckin's extensive network, which now spans over 300 cities across China, with a growing international presence in overseas markets including Singapore, Malaysia and the United States. In recent years, Luckin has driven the mass popularization of coffee consumption in China and elevated national awareness of homegrown coffee brands, while emerging as a dynamic force in reshaping the global coffee supply chain and invigorating global coffee culture. The opening ceremony held yesterday was graced by distinguished diplomatic representatives from Luckin's global origin partners, including H.E. Mr. Djauhari Oratmangun, Ambassador of Indonesia to China; Victor Queiroz, General Manager of ApexBrasil in Asia and Pacific Region; and Annie Maya, Consul General of Colombia in Guangzhou, China. Also in attendance were Luckin Coffee's core executive leadership team including Chairman Li Hui, and Co-Founder & CEO Guo Jinyi. In his address, Chairman Li Hui remarked: "We are committed to bringing the authentic taste of premium coffee from Indonesia, Brazil, Colombia, and other renowned origins across the globe straight to every one of our customers. This is more than just savoring a cup of coffee—it is the start of a genuine journey through global coffee flavors, which represents a pivotal elevation of Luckin's corporate vision and mission." Grand Opening Ceremony of Luckin Coffee's 30,000th Store Luckin has been steadily expanding its Global Origins layout and building a global supply chain based on shared values. In recent years, the brand has launched the "From Origin to You" product campaign, forging deep roots in core coffee-producing regions including Brazil, Ethiopia and Yunnan, China. It has also developed a portfolio of exclusive raw material bases, such as the "Exclusive Coconut Island" in Indonesia, a dedicated jasmine cultivation base in Hengzhou City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China, and large-scale navel orange orchards in Zigui County, Hubei Province, China. This strategic layout seamlessly links global premium flavors with China's vast consumer market, creating a virtuous cycle where market demand drives the value enhancement of the entire supply chain. As Luckin Coffee's first-ever Origin Flagship, this spacious 420-square-meter two-story venue offers an immersive experience of the brand's global supply chain value narrative and quality commitment, illustrated by the store design and exclusive premium menu. The Luckin Origin Lab features an exclusive menu of crafted specialty coffee and pour-over options, while debuting its exclusive premium single-origin bean menu, highlighted by classic SOE Americanos and lattes crafted from premium beans from Yunnan, Ethiopia and Mandheling. This store also marks Luckin's first adoption of high-end semi-automatic coffee machines, alongside the deployment of a team of highly skilled baristas, who perfectly capture and recreate the unique flavor profiles of premium beans sourced from across the globe. In addition, the store is home to Luckin's inaugural Master Space, designated for professional coffee salons and themed events to deepen the brand's interaction with customers. Since its soft opening in late January, the store has quickly become a hotspot for local coffee enthusiasts, who are drawn by its exclusive and innovative signature crafted products. Luckin also served up exclusive opening-day champion beans from the 2025 "Yunnan Cup of Excellence (CoE)" Pilot Competition — a testament to its long-term support for the Yunnan coffee industry and continuous pursuit of quality. Upholding its commitment to sustainable development, the flagship store was constructed in strict compliance with LEED Platinum standards and meets the "Zero Carbon Space" evaluation criteria of the China Association of Building Energy Efficiency. Following the LEED Platinum certification of Luckin's 20,000th store in Beijing's Zhongguancun, this new flagship store sets another benchmark for green retail in the coffee industry. Luckin's commitment to global value co-creation is also exemplified by its strategic global footprint. Its retail network spans all across China — from Mohe in the far north to Sanya in the south, and Fuyuan in the east to Kashgar in the west — covering 94% of the country's provincial-level administrative regions. Bolstered by its robust brand equity, ongoing product innovation and an efficient digital operating model, Luckin is making steady strides onto the global stage, boasting 118 overseas stores as of the third quarter of 2025. Locating its 30,000th store in Shenzhen, a city of openness and entrepreneurship, echoes Luckin's vision to build a world-class coffee brand backed by a robust global supply chain and uncompromising quality. At this major milestone, Luckin evolves from a scale leader to a global value co-creator, bringing global premium flavors to customers while fostering deeper exchange between Chinese and global coffee cultures.
A Regulator-Approved Crypto Payment Terminal and Digital Asset Payment Gateway SYDNEY, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ByteFederal Australia, in strategic partnership with ByteFederal Inc. (USA), today announced the national launch of ByteConnect, a fully integrated, Bitcoin-enabled Payment Terminal and Online Payment Gateway leveraging blockchain technology to enable Australian merchants to accept cryptocurrency payments within a robust compliance and operational framework. Source: Byte Federal Inc. ByteConnect is being rolled out under ASIC's Enhanced Regulatory Sandbox, allowing ByteFederal Australia to operate the platform in accordance with defined regulatory parameters. The solution has been developed with a strong focus on regulatory alignment, maintaining a seamless experience for merchants and customers. "This marks a significant step forward for Australia's digital asset ecosystem," said Ace Gorgievski, Head of Operations at ByteFederal Australia. "ByteConnect gives merchants access to next-generation payment infrastructure that enables broader payment optionality, improved operational efficiency, and the ability to support the use of digital assets in alignment with applicable regulatory requirements. ByteConnect supports Bitcoin payments through Bitcoin on-chain and the Lightning Network, delivering improved settlement efficiency and scalability. It's built for real world commerce across all payment values, combining speed, reliability, and efficient transaction costs for merchants and customers alike. While designed primarily for retail and hospitality environments, ByteConnect's underlying infrastructure also operates as a proprietary crypto payment gateway, supporting digital asset payment use cases across sectors such as property, automotive, luxury goods, and professional services, subject to appropriate customer due diligence and risk controls. The platform includes transaction monitoring, performance analytics, and a structured merchant onboarding framework, providing businesses with operational visibility, reporting capability, and compliance support. Key features of ByteConnect include: Operation under ASIC's Enhanced Regulatory Sandbox Digital asset payment acceptance supported by AML/CTF controls Integrated merchant dashboard with real-time reporting and analytics Proprietary payment gateway supporting in-store and high-value digital asset transactions The launch of ByteConnect reinforces ByteFederal Australia's position as a provider of regulated digital asset infrastructure, supporting responsible innovation and the practical adoption of crypto payments within Australia's evolving regulatory environment. Photo - https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2889121/Pay_Now_with_BTC__ByteConnect__1.jpg?p=medium600Logo - https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2376577/Byte_Federal_Logo_Logo.jpg?p=medium600
MANILA, Philippines, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Globe Telecom, the Philippines' leading mobile operator, has become the first in Southeast Asia, and the second in Asia, to offer Starlink's groundbreaking Direct‑to‑Cell (DTC) satellite service. Joining a growing group of countries worldwide, Globe's partnership with Starlink marks a historic milestone in global connectivity. Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. graces the signing of the partnership between Globe and Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell satellite service, the first in Southeast Asia, aimed at expanding digital inclusion and reliable connectivity nationwide. Joining him (left to right): Globe President and CEO Carl Cruz, DICT Secretary Henry Aguda, Globe Chairman Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala, Taguig District Representative Hon. Jorge Daniel Bocobo, and Starlink Senior Partnerships Manager Damien Innes. Using satellite technology, Filipinos using standard LTE mobile phones will be able to access data, voice, and messaging services directly via satellite, requiring nothing more than a clear view of the sky. This breakthrough eliminates the need for specialized devices and extends mobile reach to areas where terrestrial coverage is limited or impossible to deploy, critical in an archipelagic nation of more than 7,600 islands. Leveraging Starlink's constellation of over 650 low‑Earth orbit satellites, Globe is addressing one of the world's most pressing challenges, bridging connectivity gaps in geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas. The service will also play a vital role in disaster resilience, ensuring uninterrupted communication for citizens and first responders during extreme weather events and natural disasters. "This partnership with Starlink marks a historic step in our mission to build a digitally inclusive nation," said Carl Cruz, President and CEO of Globe Telecom. "Today, connectivity is a lifeline, a modern‑day utility that fuels opportunity and economic progress. By extending mobile reach through satellite technology, we are ensuring that every Filipino, whether in bustling cities or remote barangays, has access to essential communication." Starlink's Direct‑to‑Cell service, developed by SpaceX, acts as a "cell tower in space," seamlessly integrating with terrestrial networks and enabling global roaming‑like connectivity. Already connecting hundreds of millions of customers, Starlink has proven indispensable in emergencies, delivering millions of SMS messages and wireless emergency alerts when ground networks fail. With Globe as its partner in the Philippines, Starlink's DTC service will empower households, businesses, and communities with reliable, consistent connectivity. This collaboration underscores Globe's vision of a more connected, resilient, and inclusive digital future, not just for the Philippines, but as part of a broader global movement to make universal connectivity a reality.
SYDNEY, Feb. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- UQPAY Australia (UQPAY AU) today announced the launch of a commercial-grade, custodial, and compliant stablecoin acquiring platform designed to support both traditional merchant payments and AI-initiated autonomous transactions. UQPAY's solution is fully compatible with the Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP) and natively supports the x402 payment protocol (an AI-native payment standard). It delivers a production-ready payment infrastructure that integrates on-chain acquiring, enterprise-grade custody, fiat settlement, and AI-native payment execution within a single governed system. The platform supports multiple regulated stablecoins, including USDC, USDT, and XUSD, enabling businesses to deploy stablecoin payments at commercial scale while meeting institutional compliance requirements. This launch reflects a broader shift from blockchain-native payment instruments to enterprise-ready commercial infrastructure capable of supporting real-world commerce and emerging AI-driven transaction models. From Payment Gateway to Payment Core: Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP) While stablecoin payment solutions have proliferated in recent years, most remain fragmented, narrowly scoped, or limited to experimental use cases. What has remained scarce is a unified payment core capable of supporting real-world commercial scale, governance, and automation. Rather than simply adding stablecoin acceptance as another feature, UQPAY AU rebuilt the underlying acquiring logic around a unified commerce architecture. Within UQPAY's payment stack, UCP is implemented to coordinate transaction execution, fund governance, and settlement across both human- and machine-initiated payment flows. At the platform level, UCP coordinates: Enterprise-grade custodial account and fund management Full lifecycle visibility of on-chain transaction states Automated clearing and settlement between stablecoins and fiat currencies Tight coupling between payment execution and merchant fulfillment logic Native payment support for AI agents and automated systems Built on UCP, UQPAY AU's stablecoin acquiring system is designed for durability, scalability, and operational control. Dual-Track Payment Architecture with Unified Governance UQPAY AU operates two parallel stablecoin payment rails governed by a single commercial and compliance core through UCP, allowing merchants and platforms to support both conventional and autonomous payment scenarios through one integration. Traditional Stablecoin Payment Gateway Designed for cross-border e-commerce, digital platforms, subscriptions, and content services, this gateway supports API-based and embedded checkout integrations, automated settlement from stablecoins to fiat custodial accounts, and end-to-end compliance with KYC, AML, and auditability requirements. x402 Intelligent Payment Gateway (AI-Native) Purpose-built for AI agents and automated systems, this gateway provides native support for the x402 payment protocol promoted by Coinbase. It enables micropayments, high-frequency transactions, and unattended machine-to-machine execution, with all funds centrally governed and settled through the UCP custodial account infrastructure. Through UCP, a single integration enables both human-initiated and machine-initiated payments under unified governance. Making x402 Commercially Viable at Scale UQPAY AU extends the x402 payment model beyond experimental implementations through two UCP-enabled architectural enhancements. First, UCP introduces standardized intermediate transaction states—such as "Submitted" and "In Progress"—at the execution layer. Transactions become observable immediately upon on-chain broadcast, without waiting for final block confirmation. This enables real-time status tracking, non-blocking execution, and early fulfillment initiation for digital content, AI inference, and usage-based services. Second, UCP implements an asynchronous, event-driven acquiring architecture based on webhook subscriptions. All transaction events are centrally orchestrated, with guaranteed delivery, retry logic, and horizontal scalability. This design supports internet-scale traffic and AI-native payment workloads while maintaining reliability and auditability under high load. Together, these capabilities provide the operational foundation required for stablecoin payments to function reliably in real-world commercial environments. Where Stablecoins and AI Commerce Converge The payments industry is entering a dual inflection point. Stablecoin transaction volumes surpassed USD 33 trillion in 2025, as global payment networks expand tokenized settlement capabilities. At the same time, AI agents are emerging as active economic participants, driving demand for autonomous, high-frequency, and usage-based payment models. UQPAY AU's UCP-powered stablecoin acquiring platform is designed to support this convergence across use cases including AI inference billing, agentic commerce, cross-border e-commerce, digital content platforms, and machine-to-machine payment scenarios. Executive Perspective Jack Li, CEO of UQPAY, commented: "Stablecoins and AI are reshaping both how payments are executed and who initiates them, in an AI-driven economy, products are no longer simply displayed—they are invoked. UCP provides the infrastructure that allows payments, fulfillment, and compliance to operate seamlessly across both human and machine-driven commerce." ABOUT UQPAY UQPAY Group is a Singapore-headquartered global fintech enterprise with core businesses spanning integrated digital payments, Payment Software-as-a-Service (Payment SaaS), and fintech venture capital. As a pioneer in payment innovation, UQPAY has built an end-to-end compliant, full-stack digital payment platform that enables businesses to seamlessly access global acquiring, virtual banking, card issuance, and stablecoin payment services through a single integration point. Since its founding in 2016, UQPAY has secured multiple payment licenses across key markets in Asia, North America, and Europe. As a principal member of Visa, Mastercard, and UnionPay International, the world's three major card schemes, UQPAY is deeply embedded in the global payment ecosystem. We believe that payments should power the borderless growth of commerce. Where intelligent awakening meets the protocol of value, UQPAY is committed to building the payment infrastructure for the next-generation economy driven by AI and Web3, reshaping how money flows across the globe. UQPAY Australia is the Australian subsidiary of the UQPAY Group, focused on digital assets and next-generation payment solutions. The company provides compliant, scalable stablecoin payment and settlement infrastructure that bridges traditional financial systems with the emerging AI-driven digital economy. CONTACT UQPAYWebsite: www.uqpay.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/uqpaytechnology LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/uqpay Twitter: www.x.com/uqpaysg UQPAY Group 55 AYER RAJAH CRESCENT, #04-06, SINGAPORE 139949Email: Marketing@uqpay.com
SHENZHEN, China, Feb. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- 8849, the pioneering force in rugged projector phones, today announced the launch of the TANK X - a next-generation rugged phone that blends cinema-grade projection, flagship performance, and uncompromising durability, setting a new benchmark for outdoor, professional, and tech-driven users.   Built-in 1080p One-Key Projector The TANK X's projector delivers stunning 1080p resolution at 220 lumens – bright enough for clear viewing in various lighting conditions. With intelligent auto-focus and one-touch projection, users can instantly transform any surface into a big display. Whether sharing presentations or enjoying movies, the projector operates efficiently without excessive battery drain - redefining mobile projection in rugged devices. 17600mAh Battery: Power the outdoor life Power endurance is critical for rugged users. Equipped with an industry-leading 17600mAh battery, the TANK X provides up to a week of daily use on a single charge. It features 120W super-fast charging and supports reverse charging to power other devices, from extended expeditions to demanding work sites. Users will gain unprecedented freedom from power outlets. Dimensity 8200: 5G Performance Meets Efficiency Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8200, delivering flagship-level 5G connectivity and WiFi 6 support. This 4nm processor ensures smooth multitasking, lag-free gaming, and seamless streaming while maintaining excellent power efficiency, even in challenging environments. 16GB RAM + 512GB ROM: Limitless Storage & Speed The TANK X eliminates performance bottlenecks with its ample storage. Users can run multiple demanding applications simultaneously while storing vast libraries of offline maps, 4K footage, and project files directly on the device - ideal for both work and entertainment without compromise. The TANK X launches with Android 15, offering enhanced privacy controls, improved notification management, and optimized battery efficiency. Its triple-camera system includes a 50MP main camera, 64MP night vision, and a 50MP front camera, enabling high-quality photography in any lighting condition. Additionally, a 1200-lumen camping light offers powerful illumination for outdoor, emergencies, and night work. The TANK X is now available on 8849tech.com. Stay tuned for more updates. About 8849 8849 is dedicated to providing high-quality rugged phones to users worldwide. Committed to the mission of "protecting you every moment". With the launch of the TANK X, 8849 continues its mission to push the boundaries of rugged mobile technology - combining innovation, endurance, and performance into one unstoppable device. Contact Information Email: support@8849tech.com Phone: +86 18676755187
TAIPEI, Feb. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- WePlay, a global next-generation social entertainment platform, today announced a strategic partnership with "The Little Prince," a French literary classic IP, to launch a special Valentine's Day activity themed "Will's Interstellar Journey." Running from February 8 to February 14, the campaign invites Taiwan users to reinterpret the meanings of "companionship," "taming," and "being seen" through gameplay interactions, drawing inspiration from the Little Prince's worldview of love. WePlay Partners with "The Little Prince" to Launch 2026 Valentine's Day Special Activity，Embark on an Interstellar Journey in the Name of Love A Cross-Boundary Fusion of Classic Literature and Social Entertainment "The Little Prince" is a novella created and published by French writer Antoine de Saint-Exupéry in 1943. With global sales exceeding 140 million copies and translations into over 650 languages and dialects, it ranks as the second-most published book globally, surpassed only by the Bible. Through simple yet philosophically rich prose, the work explores eternal themes including loneliness, friendship, love, and loss, deeply resonating with readers of all ages worldwide. 2026 marks the 80th anniversary of "The Little Prince's" publication in France. WePlay has chosen this special occasion to launch this collaborative activity, aiming to combine the novel's core concept of "taming creates bonds" with modern social entertainment scenarios through interactive gameplay experiences. The goal is to provide users with a creative feast that blends emotional value with entertainment experience. Multi-Dimensional Interactive Gameplay: Igniting Valentine's Day Conversations This activity features five core gameplay mechanics, each corresponding to classic imagery and emotional scenes from the Little Prince story: "Rose Wishes" — Exclusive Confession Gifts When users send "Rose Wishes," they have the opportunity to trigger limited romantic gift effects and full-screen red envelope rain. This gameplay aims to strengthen the ceremonial significance of confession moments, ensuring every heartfelt message is seen and commemorated across the entire server. "Little Prince's Diary" — Planetary Story Unlocking When players send "Little Prince's Diary" gifts, they encounter mysterious wanderer characters and progressively unlock planetary storyline rewards. Additionally, there's a chance to obtain SS-tier PLAY show exclusive items and full-screen name card backgrounds, deeply integrating story unlocking with interactive socialization. "Secret of Planet B-612" — Blind Box Adventure Mechanism Users unlock memory fragments through opening blind boxes, progressively revealing exclusive Little Prince PLAY show items and rare co-branded gifts and rewards. "Cloud Vows" — Dual-Player Interactive Intimacy Gameplay Couple users can participate together, completing tasks collectively to accumulate "rapport values," progressively unlocking couple rewards and romantic chapters that make love stories more three-dimensional and profound through game interaction. "Light-Year Love" and "Together Forever" — Server-Wide Witness Mechanism Sending "Light-Year Love" gifts grants special homepage effects, while "Together Forever" provides full-server barrage highlight display opportunities. Both mechanics reinforce WePlay's platform value proposition of "letting love be witnessed by the entire universe." WePlay's Global IP Strategy As the flagship product under WEJOY PTE. LTD., headquartered in Singapore, WePlay is dedicated to building a social entertainment ecosystem that brings "joy and friendship to young people worldwide." Since its launch, the platform has achieved significant success across multiple regional markets including Japan, Thailand, South Korea, Taiwan region, and the Middle East, accumulating over 800 million downloads with monthly active users in the millions. Previously, WePlay collaborated with renowned IPs including "Care Bears," "Chibi Maruko-chan," "Kumamon," "Peach Cat," and "Nailoong." Each collaboration strengthened the platform's brand impression as "innovative, warm, and culturally deep." This partnership with "The Little Prince" represents a further upgrade in WePlay's global IP collaboration strategy, not only selecting classic IPs with global influence but also creatively fusing the IP's spiritual essence with social entertainment experiences. Localization Significance in the Taiwan Market Taiwan, as a key market for WePlay, has consistently demonstrated high user activity and cultural resonance. According to WePlay's official data, the platform has established a stable presence in the top positions of Taiwan's App Store and Google Play free charts, with users primarily consisting of 18-25-year-old young social entertainment consumers. This Valentine's Day activity specifically considered Taiwan users' aesthetic preferences and emotional expression habits, implementing localization adaptations across gameplay mechanics, copy tone, and visual presentation. WePlay's team stated that they hope this collaboration will provide Taiwan's young users with a new social interaction scenario where they can "play games, express emotions, and be seen." Dual-Driven Cultural and Commercial Value WePlay's Taiwan market director stated: "Choosing to launch this collaboration on the 80th anniversary of 'The Little Prince's' French publication is no coincidence. The Little Prince story is essentially about 'connection', deep linkages between people, between souls. This perfectly aligns with WePlay's mission to 'make the world more exciting through interaction.' In an increasingly competitive social entertainment landscape, we believe that mere functional stacking and discounts are insufficient to win users' hearts. We aim to introduce culturally deep IPs with global resonance points, elevating virtual social interaction into carriers of emotional attachment and cultural expression. Valentine's Day itself is inherently about 'being seen,' and WePlay's social mechanisms are perfectly positioned to realize this." About WePlay WePlay is a global next-generation social entertainment platform under WEJOY PTE. LTD., headquartered in Singapore. The platform integrates gaming, voice interaction, multimedia entertainment, and various other functions, with the mission to "Bring joy and friends to young people around the world" and the vision to "Bring people together through games, lead the trend of global online social entertainment." WePlay has established a robust user base across multiple regional markets globally, including Southeast Asia, East Asia, and the Middle East, with cumulative downloads exceeding 800 million. The platform has become a preferred application for young users' recreational entertainment and social interaction through its low-barrier entry, high immersion, and strong social characteristics. WePlay consistently adheres to a product philosophy of "quality first, innovation-driven, cultural depth," collaborating with globally renowned IPs to deliver interactive experiences with both entertainment and cultural value. About WEJOY PTE. LTD. WEJOY PTE. LTD. is an internet company based in Singapore, founded on October 23, 2020. As a company with a global vision and innovative spirit, we are dedicated to expanding in the social and gaming business sectors worldwide. We focus on the development and operation of social board games and casual games, with a particular emphasis on creating innovative and engaging gaming experiences that connect people around the world. Currently, we are actively expanding into international markets, and in the future, we aim to make a significant impact on the global stage. Media Contact Company Name: WEJOY PTE. LTD.Contact Person: BryantEmail: bryant@wejoysg.comWePlay Official Website: https://weplayapp.com/ WeJoy Official Website: https://wejoyhub.com/
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